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A practical guide to help you identify the ways culture can pull kids away from God. Amazon pre-order link coming soon.
What if you could raise kids who actually know God, not just grow up around Him? The Hidden Deception is a biblical guide to parenting. Discover a proven path to raising children who remain grounded in Christ, even in a world of spiritual distraction.
You’re a parent who cares deeply, and that’s exactly who this is for.
This book is for you if…
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You want to disciple your kids… but don’t know how in real life.
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You feel the tension between faith and modern culture.
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You’re doing “all the right things”… but something still feels off.
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You desire to confidently parent your children toward a lifelong faith.
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You want to watch your kids develop their own relationship with Jesus.
You crave deeper spiritual conversations as a family.
You anticipate the joy of seeing your children walk with God, now and when they leave home.
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You don’t need more information. You need clarity and action. Most families don’t lose their faith overnight. They drift, quietly, gradually, unintentionally. You’re not failing, but you are up against a culture that is discipling your kids every single day.
It’s time to stop drifting and start leading.
We live in a world that is discipling your kids… whether you realize it or not.
Social media is shaping their identity. Culture is redefining truth.
Busyness is replacing presence. And faith is slowly becoming… optional.
Most kids don’t walk away from God the way you think. It’s not usually sudden. It’s not loud.
Only about three in ten kids raised in church stay faithful into their twenties. That means 70% will leave.
— Barna Group
so let me introduce:
Trying to figure this out alone can cost years of trial and error, and might let culture shape your child more than Christ. I’ve spent years studying, praying, and learning from families who’ve both succeeded and struggled. Don’t risk your child’s spiritual future by waiting or guessing.
This isn’t about being a perfect mom.
Most parents invest thousands in education, sports, and activities. What’s the value of nurturing faith for eternity?
it will pay off forever
What began as a seed from the Holy Spirit has evolved into something more. As a parent and ministry leader, I wrestled with the fear that my children could one day drift too. I discovered the difference isn’t perfect parenting, but authentic discipleship and inviting God into every part of our lives.
Faith that is real, relational, and relevant.
Meet the author
Marina Tolentino is a Christian author, mother, and mentor for busy moms who want to raise kids who truly know God in today’s distracted world.